New Media
A dry (and broad) definition of new media is: The Internet and other post-industrial forms of telecommunication. It relies heavily on computer, Internet, and other technological/digital usage. The main benefits from using new media are: easy access, nearly instantaneous interaction, removal of geographical boundaries, and capability to reach larger target audiences.

What New Media Is
New media has led to a revolution of marketing and public relations in terms of campaigns, sales, and evaluation. Here's a list that describes components and examples of new media:
  • Post-industrial forms of telecommunication (Internet, Web)
  • Consumer driven and producer created content
  • Allows two-way communication between producer and consumer
  • Examples: E-bay, Amazon, company websites such as HBO, Calvin Klein, Target, newspaper online platforms, etc.

What New Media Isn't
New media tends to be confused with other names or forms of communication. Here's a list of what new media is NOT:
  • Social networking
  • Consumer-produced (new new media)
  • Not always free
  • Newspapers, television, radio, brochures, magazines, posters, etc.